Bird sightings at the facility producing Mavericks and Bronco Sports footwear have plummeted by 80 percent following the introduction of a falconer to deter them, according to recent observations. The presence of trained birds of prey appears to have significantly altered the behavior of smaller avian species near the manufacturing site. Environmental experts suggest such methods can be effective in reducing conflicts between wildlife and industrial operations. Details on the long-term impact and alternative strategies remain under review.
Bird activity at the plant that makes Mavericks and Bronco Sports has dropped 80 percent since Ford hired a falconer last year.
